1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,586 cc, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 55 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1457 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
